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Do Japanese People Believe in Ghosts? [JP]

*Reupload, fixed sub errorsSRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SojiMNluROtUOpA8A6dBMEIOk5R6C-eE/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):成仏 (じょうぶつ | Jōbutsu)– To attain Buddhahood or rest in peace; referenced when discussing spirits that haven’t moved on, like zombies rising from graves due to unresolved issues.金縛り (かなしばり | Kanashibari)– Sleep paralysis; mentioned by a speaker recalling a childhood...

Japanese Girls Rate The COOLEST and CRINGIEST Male Hobbies - PART 2 [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B_1Kp2Mpg-IArd9wyZlNSS-n43rPLkfT/view?usp=sharingImportant Vocab in this Video (EN):捌く (さばく | Sabaku)– To fillet or prepare (fish, meat, etc.); mentioned as a skill that boosts the coolness of fishing when a man can cook what he catches, raising its rating.全力投球 (ぜんりょくとうきゅう | Zenryoku tōkyū)– To go all out or give full effort; used to describe dedication to martial a...

Why is Plastic Surgery on the Rise in Japan? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zuAYO3wDo0Lwy2KquN4ypVq6OXGBimfh/view?usp=sharingImportant Vocab in this Video (EN):美容整形 (びようせいけい | Biyō seikei)– Cosmetic surgery; the central topic of the video, discussed in terms of its growing popularity and personal experiences in Japan and Korea.二重 (ふたえ | Futae)– Double eyelids; frequently mentioned as a common and desired cosmetic procedure to achieve larger, more ...

Japanese Restaurant Chain Closes After Rat and Cockroach Found in Food - JAPANESE REACT [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Aa1whHjEJyR9QEos27rr7SkJuXkrF_G/view?usp=sharingImportant Vocab in this Video (EN):混入 (こんにゅう | Konnyū)– Contamination/mixing in; refers to the incident where pests like cockroaches and rats were found in Sukiya’s food.衛生(えいせい | Eisei)– Hygiene/sanitation (Note: corrected from "satellite" as per context); a key topic as people criticize Sukiya’s lack of cleanliness.�...

How do Japanese People Flirt? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ugixs4heLdLZ7l1SvUwI9XqkRmbMjA73/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):仄めかす (ほのめかす | Honomekasu)– To hint at/imply; used when someone subtly suggests their feelings without directly confessing, like hinting at liking someone through vague comments.ネタバレ (ねたばれ | Netabare)– Spoiler/revealing something; mentioned when someone jokingly "spoils" their feeli...

Can Japanese People Read Difficult Kanji? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LaBNILVXDtkZo5QOLh5pKckKHHY_9zAh/view?usp=sharingImportant Vocab in this Video (EN):やたら (Yatara)– Indiscriminately, excessively; used when describing kanji with an overwhelming number of strokes that make them hard to read.説明書 (せつめいしょ | Setsumeisho)– Instruction manual, explanation; mentioned as an example of a situation where difficult kanji might appear, making it hard to read.�...

Are "Friends With Benefits" A Thing in Japan? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jxbt0yePIP84syWRkSJpiRaGpFnG2JZV/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 注意喚起 (ちゅういかんき | Chūi kanki) – Warning/Caution;A call to attention about potential risks or dangers. Used in the context of warning about risks like STDs and scams.2. セフレ (せふれ | Sefure) – Friends with benefits;A non-committed sexual partner. Discussed in terms of its advantages, disadva...

What Kind of Foreigners Shouldn't Come to Japan? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LPtYRBmdccS89wShaJ-cQ_CXKeTMzxFe/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 向いている / 向いていない(むいている / むいていない | Muiteitru / Muiteitnai) – To be suited for / to not be suited for; used when discussing whether a personality type fits well in Japan or not.2. 内気(うちき | Uchiki) – Shy, introverted; mentioned in discussions about whether introverted for...

Why Are There So Many Religious Organizations in Japan? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wP4JhPrKLf5Co7QfKjnAKiqnclrj5mrG/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 新興宗教(しんこうしゅうきょう | Shinkō shūkyō) – New religious movement; often associated with controversial groups in Japan.2. 巻き上げる(まきあげる | Makiageru) – To swindle/extort; used in the context of religious organizations taking money from followers.3. 慈善(じぜん | Jizen) – Ch...

Are Japanese Marriages to Foreigners Doomed to Fail? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zpRfq6KoPfsL96ArJjhz12lHGTLCq6UL/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 国際結婚(こくさいけっこん | Kokusai kekkon) – International marriage; the main topic of the video, discussing challenges and perceptions.2. 離婚率(りこんりつ | Rikonritsu) – Divorce rate; frequently mentioned in discussions about the stability of international marriages.3. 言語の壁(げんごの�...

Why is Japan's Voter Turnout so Low?

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L5k-gjH5s1iM5Mrc3BKYqGNXCDeoxnZo/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 選挙 (せんきょ | Senkyo)– Election; a central theme of the discussion.2. 関与 (かんよ | Kanyo)– Involvement; refers to how much people engage in politics.3. 投票 (とうひょう | Tōhyō)– Voting; the act of casting a ballot in an election.4. めんどくさがり屋 (めんどくさがりや | Mendokus...

Would Japanese Girls Date a NERD? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12CNVuCbzdpSqmZb_-N1UEC6h2sJrWAoF/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 重たい (おもたい | Omotai)– Heavy; can describe physical weight or emotional burden, such as an intense or clingy relationship.2. 誇らしい (ほこらしい | Hokorashii)– Proud; used when discussing national pride or personal achievements.3. ずれる (Zureru)– To be off; used to describe something that is ...

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How Often Do You Want to See your Boyfriend? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PdmGD6BqkP6rnbcFZ3b1M1ej0gqzxY6u/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):素っ気ない (そっけない | Sokkenai)– Cold/aloof; used to describe behavior when someone is being distant or unaffectionate in a relationship.マンネリ化 (マンネリか | Manneri-ka)– Becoming routine/monotonous; discussed in the context of relationships losing their spark over time.飽き (あき | Aki)– B...

Japanese Girls Rate The COOLEST and CRINGIEST Male Professions [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1804s7CL-ouIOJn6VaNknt0MdHPaIBC0-/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):命懸け (いのちがけ | Inochigake)– Risking one's life; mentioned in the context of professions like firefighters and pilots.操縦士 (そうじゅうし | Sōjūshi)– Pilot; discussed as a high-risk, high-reward profession.拳突き (こぶしづき | Kobushizuki)– Punching; referenced in the context of secur...

How is Islam Viewed in Japan? [JP Subs]

*Reupload to fix sub errorsSRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1afx9y3ddHzGEG_JBtaRh53VgoeAppKIA/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):確執 (かくしつ | Kakushitsu)– Conflict/grudge; often used to describe deep-seated disagreements or tensions, especially in relationships or ideologies.ねじ伏せる (ねじふせる | Nejifuseru)– To force someone into submission; used in contexts where one party overpowers another, eithe...

How Important is Height in Japan? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RzVbNPVr5MAOt3YTdIP1rLhw8AVXnlsX/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):ちっこい (Chikkoi)– Small/petite; often used to describe someone who is short or small in stature.うさぎ跳び (Usagi tobi)– Rabbit jumps; a type of exercise mentioned in the context of physical activities that might affect height.よそよそしい (Yosoyososhii)– Distant/standoffish; used to describe someone who...

Japan Reacts to Trump and Zelensky's EXPLOSIVE Row [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KWaszq161aGU7e0sW_AV15Gg0MBasA6a/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):和解 (わかい | Wakai)– Reconciliation; discussed in the context of resolving conflicts between leaders.停戦 (ていせん | Teisen)– Ceasefire; a key topic in the discussion about ending the war.譲る (ゆずる | Yuzuru)– To yield or compromise; mentioned as a necessary action for peace negotiations.仲良しこ...

Is Life in Japan Getting More Expensive? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LOt_9mEAmcn7L4t-D3-HrVChojrnZNil/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):物価高 (ぶっかだか | Bukkadaka)– Rising prices; a major theme in the video as people discuss the increasing cost of living in Japan.税金 (ぜいきん | Zeikin)– Taxes; frequently mentioned as a burden affecting people's daily lives and financial stability.闇バイト (やみバイト | Yami baito)– Illega...

What do Japanese Women Bring to the Table in a Relationship? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kUZNz7I5gY3pth6B3MsN3ztuCUuKCTnQ/view?usp=sharingImportant vocab in this video (EN):1. 家事 (かじ | Kaji) – Housework; frequently discussed as an expectation in relationships.2. 包容力 (ほうようりょく | Hōyōryoku) – Tolerance/emotional support; mentioned as an important trait in an ideal partner.3. 専業主婦 (せんぎょうしゅふ | Sengyō shufu) – Full-time housewife; debated in ...

What Music are Japanese People Listening to in 2025? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xEkZQ74jfO3zixcZJfKfo4YBVJfP2tJ9/view?usp=sharingThanks to Matt for the tier upgrade and topic suggestion on this one.

Who Manages the Finances in Japanese Relationships? [JP Subs]

I'm happy to announceearly access JP-subbed content for all of my Patrons. From now on, these JP-subbed videos will be available BEFORE the English content on my channel. Happy immersing!SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16_kZGtiOBxF9ogYuFPkJ3JLcz8cJGZcv/view?usp=sharing

Japanese Women Describe Their Ideal Husband [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AsrkfJlODj632QekUOoQL_4yBJPllmNv/view?usp=sharing

How Important is Marriage to Japanese People? [JP Subs]

SRT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18-vpsh_irF6VTLQuJRpj4gckCLhPYdsc/view?usp=sharing

How Valuable Would Early Access to JP-subbed Patreon Content be to You?

I’m considering adjusting my content release schedule by giving Patreon members early access to the exclusive Japanese-subtitled versions of my videosbefore publishing the English-subtitled versions on YouTube. If there’s enough interest, I can prioritize this and adjust my schedule to make it happen. Let me know what you think!